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The Telegram BirthsSeptember 2005

AMEY - Jeff and Joanne (Sparkes) of Ottawa are overjoyed
to announce the birth of their beautiful daughter, Charlotte Anne Elizabeth,
on September 16, 2005, at the Ottawa General Hospital, weighing
6 lbs. 2 ozs. Thrilled first time grandparents Lance and Donna Sparkes, St.
John's, NL, and Russell and Dorothy Amey, Guelph, Ontario. Also first time
Auntie Andrea Sparkes of St. John's and Auntie Jill and Uncle Scott Sylvester,
Guelph, ON. Charlotte and her Mommy and Daddy will arrive in St. John's, NL,
on December 13 for Christmas. She can't wait to meet all her new relatives
and friends. We are all so blessed.11/05/05

ANSTEY - "TWINS". On September
13, 2005, at Rocky View Hospital in Calgary, two beautiful babies
came into our world - Helena Isabel and Brady Fredrick.
Overjoyed parents are Kim Anstey and Fred Riach. Very proud first time grandparents
in St. John's, NL, Helen and Cedric Anstey and a very Happy Grandma in Calgary,
Mary Riach. Best wishes from the Anstey and Riach families.10/08/05

ANTLE (Mayo) - On September 23rd 2005 our
little angel Ava Elise came into the world. Welcoming her
with loving arms are Mommy Deanne and Daddy Scott, proud Grandparents Austin
and Nora Antle of Fox Cove and Bill and Joan Mayo of Marystown. Excited Aunties
Dana (Greg) and Dawn (Tyson), Uncle Sheldon (Kelly) and big cousin Jacob are
overjoyed to have a little girl to love. Also thrilled with Ava's arrival are
Great-Grandmothers Antle and Mayo and their extended families. A heartfelt
thank-you to Drs. O'Dea, Pike, Carpenter and Fiord, as well as nurses Sue and
Heather for providing Ava and Mommy with exceptional care. The biggest thank-you
goes to Daddy for always taking such good care of us; you are deeply loved
by your girls!11/05/05

BARNES/CULLINAN - Stephanie Barnes and Claude Cullinan are
thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter, Emily Claire,
at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre on September 15,
2005. A little sister for Sarah. Proud grandparents are Estella and
John Cullinan of Fredericton, NB, and Diane and Jim Barnes of St. John's.12/17/05

BURNESS - Gary and Antje (Wittholz) are happy to announce
the arrival of their son, Finn, at Peterborough Regional Health
Centre on September
6th, 2005, weighing 7 lb. 5 oz. Proud grandparents are
Brenda Burness of St. Philip's and Helge and Renata Wittholz of Milton, Ontario.09/10/05

COADY - Michelle
(nee Joyce) and Sean are proud to announce the birth of their 7 lb. daughter,
Sarah Michelle, on September 5, 2005.
Nicholas and Emma are thrilled with their baby sister. Heartfelt thanks
to Dr. Lacelle, caseroom nurses Colleen and Margaret Ann, and the nursing
staff of 5NB, whose kindness and assistance we will always remember.09/10/05

CORBETT - Andrew, Nancy (Russell) and big brother Russell
James are delighted to announce the safe arrival of another precious little
hockey fan to the Maverick Sports family, Alexander Joseph Martin
Corbett, born 10:52 p.m. on September 30, 2005 at
the Women's Health Centre, HSC. Arriving 5 days late at 9 lbs. 3 oz., Alexander
has mommy's time clock, and looks just like daddy and Grandma Corbett.
Proud grandparents are Ken & Gillian Corbett of Topsail and Gerry & Cynthia
Russell of Mount Pearl. Also welcoming Alexander are Uncles Philip (London,
England), and Stephen (Moncton, NB), Great-Grannie Martin (Manchester,
England), Great Poppy Mercer (Mount Pearl) and feline buddy Chewie. Special
thanks to Dr. Horwood, Dr. Kum and Dr. Moore, and to nurses on 5NB and
case room, especially Lisa Patten and Denise Chafe, for their wonderful
care.11/05/05

CORNISH - William and Sheri (nee Howlett) and big brothers
William (3) and Alexander (19 mths) are overjoyed to announce the birth
of Israel Patrick Nathaniel. Born at Pembroke Regional
Hospital, Ontario on September 28, 2005, 8:48 p.m., weighing
6 lbs., 15 ozs. Proud grandparents include Eugene and Gail Howlett (Goulds,
NL) and Elson and Lydia Cornish (Holyrood, NL). Great-grandparents include
Alma Chafe (Topsail, NL) and Joseph Cornish (Bay D'Espoir, NL). Special
thanks to the nurses in the doctors absence on a safe and speedy delivery. "Before you were conceived we wanted you, before you were
born we loved you, before you were one hour old we would die for you".
11/05/05

COVEYDUCK - Big brother Matthew is thrilled to announce
the arrival of his adorable little brother, Christopher Robert.
Born to proud parents, Bob and Jennifer (nee Reynolds) on September
7th, 2005 at 8:10 pm., weighing 7 lbs. 3 oz. at HSC,
St. John's. Christopher will be spoiled with lots of love from third time
grandparents, Carl and Marina LeDrew, Kelligrews and sixth time grandparents,
Bob and Marie Coveyduck, Kelligrews. Also welcoming Christopher are his
great-grandmother Olive and (the late) James Chubbs of Kelligrews, and
great-great-grandmother Marion Chubbs of Carbonear. Special thanks to Dr.
Tennent along with case room staff and nurses for the safe delivery and
prenatal care of our precious little boy! Extra special thanks to Nanny
LeDrew and Daddy for helping with the delivery. 10/08/05

D'ENTREMONT/BURT - Caleb and Zake have a new sister!
Dave and Alison proudly announce the birth of AVA JEWEL.
Our precious angel arrived on Thursday, September 15, 2005 at
7:54 p.m., weighing 7 lbs., 1 oz. Proud grandparents, Herb and Mary Murray
of Long Pond, Steve and Violet d'Entremont of Hr. Breton, and Gord Burt
and Eileen of St. John's. Thank-you to all the staff in the caseroom and
5NB, especially Dr. Jeff White for his care. Daddy, you were awesome, once
again, thank-you. Most of all, we want to thank our Heavenly Father for
this beautiful gift. You have blessed our family with three beautiful,
healthy children. We will be forever grateful.10/01/05

DEIR - Rodney and Susan (Candow) are delighted to announce
the early, fast and safe arrival of their first child, Thomas John
Robert, born September 30, 2004, at 8:34 a.m.,
weighing 5 lbs. 14½ ozs. Proud first time grandparents are John
and Elizabeth Candow and Robert and Sharon Deir. Thomas is welcomed by
his great-grandparents: Hazel Ryall, Winnie Deer, and Gerald and Sarah
Kitchen, and all his aunts, uncles, family and friends. Special thanks
to the case room and 5NB staffs, and Thomas' grandparents for all their
love and support.10/01/05

DWYER - Scott and Laurie (Cahill) are thrilled to announce
the birth of their beautiful baby girl. Emma Lauren was
born at the WHC on September 26, 2005 at 7:38 p.m., weighing
8 lbs, 4 oz. Proud grandparents are Jody & Mary Dwyer of St. John's
and first time grandparents Don & Paulette Cahill of Renews. Special
thanks to Dr. Gill, Dr. Collins and the nursing staff in the case room
and 5NB.10/29/05

EVERSON - Kevin and Jennifer (Hibbs) are so happy to
announce the safe arrival of their precious son Grant Kevin.
Grant arrived on September 27th, 2005 at the
WHC weighing 7 lb., 7 oz. Welcoming Grant are proud grandparents Kevin
and Amanda Everson of Flatrock, Donald and Hilda Hibbs of Torbay also very
excited aunts, uncles and cousin Haley. A very special thank you to Dr.
Lacelle, Dr. Pike, Dr. House and Dr. Badrudin. Thank you to the case room
staff especially Heather and Vanda and staff on 5NB. Thank you to Aunt
Juanita for your wee hour visits. Mommy and Grant want to thank daddy for
being so supportive, we love you.11/05/05

FITZGERALD - Rick and Andrea (McGruer) proudly announce
the late arrival of a baby brother for Heather, Ryan and Kate. Evan
Richard was born September 12, 2005, weighing
8 lbs. 6 oz. Proud grandparents are Josie and the late Alex McGruer of
St. John's, and Bill and Loretta Fitzgerald of Jobs Cove. Special thanks
to Dr. Kravitz for outstanding pre-natal care and the case room and 5NB
staff.10/01/05

GLYNN/PEDDLE - Brenda, Matthew and big brother Jarod
are delighted to announce the safe arrival of a beautiful baby girl. Ella
Marie Ashlyn was born September 10th, 2005 at
1:31 a.m., weighing 8 lbs. 2 oz. at the HSC. Welcoming Ella are grandparents
Bob and Patsy Peddle and John and Dolores (Dodie) Glynn, as well as uncles
Michael (Erin), Ryan and Brad. Many thanks to Drs. LeDrew, Gill and Moore
and the nurses in the caseroom and 5NB for taking great care of Mommy and
baby.10/15/05

GRAY, Caleb Robert Johner - A new season begins with
the signing of a lifetime contract that is priceless. Joyce and Sheldon
Gray of Vancouver, BC welcomed little Caleb, the newest
addition to their team.
Position: centre of their attention
Born: September 10, 2005 @ 4:00 a.m.
Weight: 8 pounds
Proud Grandparents are Bob and Marjorie Gray of Mt. Pearl and Evelyn Johner of
Estevan, Sask. 10/08/05

HART/HODGSON - On September 1, 2005, at
Women's College Hospital, an eagerly awaited and much loved son, Nathan
William Allan,
was born to Kelly Hart (formerly of St. John's) and Tyler Hodgson of Toronto,
Ontario. Nathan weighed 9 lbs. 7 oz. and is a most welcome addition to the
Connolly, Hart and Hodgson families of Ontario, Newfoundland and B.C.09/10/05

HENLEY/CARD - Michelle and Antony are thrilled to announce
the arrival of their twin boys - Alexander Thomas, 9
lbs. 6 oz. and Benjamin Francis, 7 lbs. 7 ozs. on September
10, 2005. Proud grandparents are Frank and Jeanette Henley of
St. John's and Ian and Dinny Card of the Isle of Wight.10/08/05

HUNTER/POPE - Derek and Lorraine are proud to announce
the birth of their beautiful little girl, Taylor. Taylor
was born at 1:17 p.m. on September 21, 2005 weighing
8 pounds 5 ounces. A baby sister for Cassidy and Mackenzie. Delighted
grandparents are Rex and Dorothy Hunter of Conception Bay South and Pastor
Elisha and Yvonne Pope of Birchy Bay. Also welcoming Taylor is great-grandmother,
Lily Hunter of St. John's and great-grandfather, Leo Christopher of St.
John's. Many thanks to Drs. Duggan and Gabor, as well as all the staff
at the caseroom, 5th floor, HSC and a special thank you to
daddy for his help with the delivery.11/05/05

JAMES - Darron and Maureen (nee Heffernan) are thrilled
to announce the birth of their second child, Katie Victoria.
A baby sister for Emma! Katie was born September 19, 2005 at
8:48 am. at the Women's Health Centre, St. John's, weighing 10 lbs. 6
oz. Proud grandparents are Sadie & Jack James and Anna and the late
Alphonsus Heffernan, as well as great-grandmother Mary Squires. Special
thanks to Dr. Patricia Roche for Katie's safe and healthy delivery as
well as to the case room nursing staff and 5NB.12/03/05

JONES (PENNEY) - Doug and Melisa are thrilled to announce
the safe arrival of their first child, Dylan Adam, born
3:15 a.m. September 16, 2005, weighing 9 lbs. 2 ozs.
Dylan is welcomed by proud Grandparents Mike and Jeanette Penney (Victoria)
and Allan and Elizabeth Jones (Mount Pearl), Great-grandmothers Catherine
Penney (Carbonear) and Major Georgie Thorne (Mount Pearl), Uncle Adam
Penney (Victoria) along with numerous great aunts, great uncles, cousins
and friends. Thank you to all who helped us welcome Dylan to the world.
A heartfelt thanks to Dr. McGrath (prenatal care), the nurses, residents
and staff of the HSC case room, FAU and 5NB, and an extra special thanks
to Dr. Kravitz for prenatal care, delivery and her superb bargaining
skills! Mommy and Dylan wish to send out a special thanks to Daddy for
all his love and support... we love you very much!11/19/05

KIELEY/FOURNIER - Laura Leigh and Renaud are thrilled
to announce the birth of their sons, Patrick Robert Kieley
Fournier and Julian Raymond Kieley Fournier.
The twins arrived on September 28, 2005 at Roosevelt
Hospital in Manhattan. Born first at 6:03 p.m., Julian weighed 4 pounds,
4 ounces and measured 45 cms. One minute later, his brother Patrick
was born, weighing 4 pounds, 6 ounces and measuring 45 cms. Welcoming
them with delight is a large circle of family and friends, most notably
proud grandparents Robert and Angela Kieley of Holyrood and Lionel
and Annie Fournier of Long Island, New York. Also welcoming the twins
with much love are three great-grandmothers: Rita Walsh of Colliers,
Hermance Fournier of Beaumont, France and Renee Durand of Cebazat,
France. Many thanks to everyone who kept Laura Leigh and the twins
in their thoughts and prayers during the summer. Heartfelt thanks also
go to Dr. Alice Kim and Dr. Lois Brustman for their expertise and meticulous
care, as well as to Dr. Mark Gray for a smooth delivery. Thanks as
well go to the 12B nursing staff at Roosevelt, especially Phyllis Miley,
and the NICU staff for taking such good care of Patrick and Julian
during their short stay."Two miracles instead of one; two special lives have just begun.
12/17/05

LEONARD - "A tiny angel sent from above has
come to fill our hearts with love." Tommy & Wendy (nee
Smith) along with feline sister "Zoey" are overjoyed
to announce the arrival of Hannah Abigale. Hannah
arrived September 21/05 at 10:44 p.m., weighing 7
lbs., 3 oz. Proud grandparents are Tom & Marg Leonard of Freshwater,
Harry & Kay Smith of Placentia. Also welcoming Hannah are aunts
and uncles; Jackie & Jason, Tim & Colleen, Matt & Karen,
Amy & Rod, Kathryn and cousins Kelsey, Chloe and Sarah. Special
thanks to Dr. Kravitz and her team, all the caseroom and 5NB staff
at the Health Sciences Centre. Hannah would also like to say a big
thank you to her Daddy and Nanny Smith for staying with mommy during
the delivery.10/01/05

LUSHMAN - Derek, Sandra (Morry) and big brother Mark
are delighted to announce the arrival of their beautiful little princess, Katelyn
Mary, born September 25, 2005 at 1:04 p.m.,
weighing 8 lbs. 4 oz. Proud grandparents are Howard and Mary Morry of
Kilbride and Margaret Lushman of Grey River. Watching over Katelyn from
heaven is her poppy, Ronald Lushman. Special thanks are extended to Dr.
Halley and Dr. Gill for their excellent prenatal care and to all those
who cared for Katelyn and Mommy during their stay at the Health Sciences
Centre.10/15/05

McKILLOP - Andrew and Nancy (White) are proud to announce
the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Morgan Kassidy McKillop on September
1, 2005, weighing 8 lbs., 5 oz. Delighted grandparents are Teresa
McKillop and Joan and Edward White. Morgan is also lovingly welcomed
by the Sorensen's, the McKinnon's and many other family and friends.
Special thanks to Dr. Patricia Roach, Dr. Jillian Parsons and the staff
at the Janeway for their excellent care.10/01/05

MEADUS/GALGAY - Jason, Dawn Marie (Galgay) and baby
Jane would like to announce the newest member of the family. Sweet Stephanie
Caroline Meadus was born after 21 easy minutes and has been
an absolute angel baby ever since. She was born on September
26, 2005 at 19:06, weighing 7 lbs., 10 ounces at the IWK Women's
Centre in Halifax. Lovingly welcomed by Nanny and Poppy Meadus (Donna
and Owen), Nana Galgay (Phyllis), and Poppy Galgay (Nicholas). A new
cousin for Mitchell and Joel, as well as an addition to a wonderful extended
family in St. John's and Sutton, Ontario. Thanks to Nanny and Poppy for
taking care of Jane while Stephanie made her grand entrance. Also, thanks
to Aunt Helen for all of her help and extra efforts. Email wishes to Dawn_marie_@hotmail.com
12/24/05

MOOTREY - Kevin and Dawn (nee Hynes) are proud to announce
the arrival of their first child, Clark Owen. Clark was born
on Saturday,
September 10, 2005 at 12:54 a.m. at the H.S.C., weighing 6 lbs. 1
oz. Proud grandparents are Aiden and Maureen Hynes, and Earl and Eileen Mootrey
of Goulds. Special thanks to Dr. Kennedy and Lacelle, as well as caseroom nurse
Darlene.09/17/05

MOSS - Bradley, Suzette (Noseworthy) and big sister Rachel
are delighted to announce the arrival of a precious baby girl on September
25, 2005. Sara Julianne was born at the Health Sciences Centre
in St. John's and weighed in at 7 lbs. 2 oz. Proud grandparents are Dr.
Larry Moss (Springdale), Catherine Bradley and Freeman Rumbolt (Pella,
IA), Ed and Daphne Noseworthy (St. Philip's). Proud great-grandparents
are Clarice Decker (Eastport) and Jean Abbott (St. Philip's). Many thanks
to Dr. Andy Narine, as well as our wonderful nurse, Margaret Ann Dooling.10/08/05

NUNES (Stamp) - Paul, Heather and big brother Alexandre
are thrilled to announce the arrival of Adriana Elizabeth,
8 lbs. 2 ozs., Sept. 1, 2005. Proud grandparents are Kevin
and Ursula Stamp of St. John's, Jose and Olga Nunes of Algarve, Portugal.
Many thanks to Dr. Pike for her prenatal care and Adriana's safe delivery
and the wonderful staff of NICU and 5NB for taking such good care of Adriana
and Mommy. Special thanks to Daddy for all his love and continuous support.10/29/05

O'FLAHERTY - Born at 8:47 a.m. on September 2,
2005 at the HSC in St. John's, Patrick Keir Clifford
O'Flaherty, son of Daphne Sheaves and Keir O'Flaherty. Weighing
in at a healthy 8 lbs., 1 oz, Patrick is welcomed by grandparents Frankie
O'Neill, Patrick O'Flaherty and Marjorie Doyle of St. John's, and Aneitha
Sheaves of Port-aux-Basques, as well as by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins
and friends. Special thanks to Dr. Terry O'Grady and the medical staff
at the HSC for their excellent care.12/03/05

PEARCE - Nicholas has a beautiful Sister! Steve, Sherry
and big brother Nick are very excited to announce the arrival of their
precious baby girl, Kathleen (Katie) Ruth, born on September
9, 2005 at 9:40 a.m., weighing 7 lbs., 3 ozs. Welcoming Katie
are proud grandparents Walter and Ruth Howell and Steve Pearce, Sr. Nanny
Kathleen Pearce keeps special watch over Nick and Katie from heaven.
Many thanks to our family and friends for their love and support during
this time, especially Nanny Howell, Aunt Judy and Godparents Bob and
Heather. Also, special thanks to Dr. Cherry Pike for her excellent pre-natal
care and Katie's safe delivery, as well as to the nurses of the HSC.11/05/05

PRETTY - Proud parents Ken and Wanda and big brothers
Eric, Kristian and Brandon are delighted to announce the safe arrival of
our little girl Samantha Suzie Mary, born September
26, 2005 weighing 9 lbs. 12.5 oz. Proud grandparents are Sam and
Vivian Pretty and Ellis and Gladys Jackson of Dildo. A very special thank
you to Debbie Tuttle, RN who delivered our baby, also to Dr. Garisa and
the staff of Carbonear Hospital.10/01/05

REID - Charlie & Darlene are thrilled to announce
the arrival of their second child, a precious baby boy. Aaron William
Robert Reid was born on Sept. 6, 2005 at 12:15
a.m., at the WHC. Proud Grandparents are Poppy & Nanny Combden and
Aunt Cathy of Barr'd Islands, Fogo Island. Special wishes from Poppy & Nanny
Reid, who are always smiling proudly down from heaven. Special wishes from
Big Sister Lily. Daddy & Mommy are so proud of you! Thanks to Dr. Samantha
Collins, nurse Juanita and all the caseroom and 5th floor staff
at the Health Sciences Center your amazing!! Thank you to Dr. Roche for
her guidance, continuing advice & care.10/08/05

Roche-Noseworthy - Karen Roche and Steve Noseworthy are
absolutely overjoyed to announce the birth of their first child, a beautiful
boy, their pride & joy
- Mark Stephen Hubert. Mark was born on Thursday,
September 8, 2005 and weighed
in at 7 pounds, 6 ounces. Proud grandparents are Barbara & Ronald Roche
and Joan Noseworthy. Watching over Mark from heaven is his grandfather and
guardian angel Hubert Noseworthy. Heartfelt thanks to Nana and Poppy for their
love and support and to Daddy for being so strong, loving and gentle. Special
thanks to Drs. Pike, Major and Kwa as well as nurses Stacy Lambe and Brenda
Fitzpatrick and the case room & 5NB staff. "A wonderful gift,
so precious and sweet.
Our hearts are full, our lives complete"
09/24/05

SAUVE - Big brother Samuel and parents, Robert and Tracy
(nee Parmiter) are thrilled to announce the birth of their son, Alexander
James on September 2, 2005 at 3:50 a.m., weighing
8 lbs. 11 oz. Alexander is welcomed by proud grandparents Jim and Alice
Parmiter (Harbour Grace) and Robert and Elizabeth Sauve (St. John's) and
great-grandmother Mary Haire (Harbour Grace). Special thanks to Dr. Pike
and Dr. Fitzgerald for their prenatal care.11/19/05

STENDER - Mark and Sue (Comeau) Stender happily announce
the arrival of Carolina Cabot on September 15,
2005, at 8:10 a.m., weighing 6 lbs. 14 ozs. A little sister for
Tom. Carolina was welcomed by family, friends, doting family Lab... and
builders. Thanks to all. Proud grandparents are Jean and Wulf Stender,
St. John's and Lorraine and Lou Comeau, Yartmouth, Nova Scotia. Our appreciation
to Drs. McLeod and Karen Anderson, as well as wonderful IWK nurses. Special
thanks to Grandma Jean!12/03/05

WEBB - A soccer star is born! David and Yvette Webb are
proud to announce the arrival of their beautiful daughter, Marley
Rose. She was born on September 26, 2005 weighing
6 lbs., 9 oz. Marley is the first grandchild of Gerald and Barbara Hounsell
of Glovertown, Keith and Eileen Webb of Glovertown, and Nita Webb of Northampton,
England. A big thank you to family and friends for their love and support
especially Auntie Lisa, Uncle Paul, Uncle Keith, Uncle Bear, and Sandy and
Rod Denny. We would also like to thank all the staff at the Janeway for their
excellent care of Marley and Mommy.12/03/05

WELLS - Corey & Nancy (Sheppard) are delighted to
announce the safe arrival of a beautiful little girl, Charlotte
Maureen. Born at the HSC on September 26, weighing
6 lb., 15 oz. Special thanks to Doctors Crane and Kabisios, and all of
the Nurses in the caseroom and 5NB for their excellent care and support.10/08/05

WILLIAMS - Carolanne (Yetman) & Jim proudly announce
the arrival of their first child, a beautiful baby girl. Amber
Caroline was born at the WHC, on Sept. 12, 2005 at
2:01 p.m., weighing 7 lb, ½ oz. Welcoming Amber are proud grandparents,
many aunts and uncles, cousins, extended family and friends. Mom and Dad
would like to thank all the staff at the case room and 5NB, especially
Dr. Duggan and Nurse Karen. Mommy and Amber also want to thank Daddy for
being so supportive, we love you!10/15/05

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